Parts of this article are appreciated, but there are still several problems with this story. For example, why in the title does it say he "routinely" slaps, when the documentation says, "routinely roughs up". It is misleading. Also, Mack was asking minors this fall without parental consent to comment on and be quoted for this story. Is that appropriate journalism?

In terms of your remark: As for coach Haas, I disagree with those who have called on him to resign. I believe we all deserve a second chance. Haas was warned to stop, a letter was placed in his file, and he should be given an opportunity to prove he can motivate young men without slapping them in the face.

This is appreciated, but hardly believable as this article was printed/posted 6-7 months after he was warned and stopped, making it almost impossible for this coach to have a true second chance after the witch hunt this has created.

Actually Umguy, corporal punishment is alive and prevalent in the south still today. As you may or may not know, they are certainly no further ahead of others in this nation in terms of academics, making your argument incorrect. It's not necessary in today's world and doesn't change children's view on authority in education.

Julie, I respect journalism, but based on your comments it really does look like you are out for Haas' head. You immediately threw out the school board meeting date and location and now this (contacting and bringing this issue to light at the state level). I DON'T condone hitting students/players for any reason and it certainly needed to stop. That said, I know Mr. Haas and he is a good man with a good heart. He OBVIOUSLY changed his behavior as this was brought to light in September and they completed the season without any further problems. It appears as though you are doing more than bringing the situation to light for the community to respond.

So what if they were. That is irrelevant. This man doesn't know the positive impact Haas has had on students over decades. If he did know Haas personally, he may have taken a different route. That said he is thinking solely of his children as well as other children's best interest. For him to stand up in a tight community that lives for football, takes courage. To suggest his children are feminine because their father doesn't want them to get hit makes you sound pretty ignorant.